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December 09, 2016

Christmas at Our House | Photo Tour

Christmas at Our House | Photo Tour

This may be the longest post in the history of my blog. There are many, many photos. I hope you don't mind too much : )

Most of our decorating is finished, but I'm sure I'll continue to add more touches here and there over the next couple of weeks. We are hosting a couple of get togethers this week and next, so I'm sure I'll add some fresh florals and homemade goodies, too.

I have truly enjoyed decking our house with holiday cheer. I made an attempt not to exhaust myself of it - but there is no getting around it. Though I'm loving sitting at my computer right now basking in the glow of twinkling lights, enjoying the woodland scent of our fresh greens, and cushioned by many cozy holiday pillows, I will admit - it did wear me out a bit. I'm sure half of you are exhausted from decorating every mantle and bannister in sight, and you can't help but wonder, is it worth it? Why do we go to so much trouble?

All of you who are also sitting amongst your twinkling lights already know the answer - yes. There is something magical we create when we transform our house. It makes those moments you spend at home even more special this time of year. When our homes are brimming with Christmas cheer, we find ourselves relaxing on the sofa that no one sits on to admire the tree at night, or spending an evening in front of the fire with our feet up, or coming downstairs early in the morning before anyone else gets up just to enjoy the stillness of a quiet morning and sparkle of the lights as the sun comes up.

I hope you all take the time to sit back and enjoy the splendor of what you've created in your homes, and take in the faces of your family and friends as they experience it with joy. It is most definitely worth it.

We got these bells last year in Woodstock, Vermont on our trip there in November, now they are available in my store, here. They were hanging on our bedroom door while we were staying at Mike's parents' house during our renovation : )

This is my newest big find - a runner for the kitchen. (I probably talked about it in our Thanksgiving photos, but I can't remember... Christmas decorating brain!) I really love how it warms up the entire room and is so soft underfoot.

Thank you for sharing, Jenny! I love your way of decorating. So elegant, warm, simple, in good-taste and never over-done. Decorating with magnolia leaves, fruit (pineapples, oranges, apples, lemons,limes), pinecones & unshelled nuts is very colonial and what we do here in Virginia and all over the east and south. Never, ever too many pics...love them all. Merry Christmas! Marilyn in Mt. Vernon, VA

Lovely! I'm a little overwhelmed with a new baby #4 and was going to skip most of the extra decorating the year but you've inspired me and reminded me it's worth the effort for everyone to enjoy! Would you mind sharing where/what you used for your natural rugs in your office/back door and your French doors in the kitchen? Seagrass or sisal or indoor/outdoor? I love the lighter car than a dark door mat. Thanks! Merry Christmas!

You've done a great job creating the perfect balance of livability and beauty. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us. Also, a post on the rugs you've chosen to use would be appreciated. What did you decide to use in the family room area? I am trying to decide on one. I want a natural but I am hesitant due to shedding and other issues.

Love these sweet Christmas pictures. They are beautiful! Just wanted to share how much I enjoy your blog~ I've been reading for a few years and love your style! I too have had a love for all things Martha Stewart since high school. I've have had my copy of "Good things for Organizing" for years. My husband is a December birthday, and my sweet baby girl Eleanor, just turned one, December 4. I love looking through your posts about Emma's past birthdays! They helped me plan our birthday celebration last weekend! Thank you for blogging! I love the inspiration to make "Everyday Occasions!"You are one of my weekly reads! And I love that I found Nine and Sixteen through your suggestion! I would love to know what else you read regularly. I'm always eager to find a new "cozy" spot to add to my reading. Thank you for sharing your life and family!Merry ChristmasJamie Lee (Virginia) And I'm looking forward to the exciting announcement :)

I'm going to try one more time... (my comments don't seem to be coming through when I leave them via my phone...) First, your Thanksgiving post was one of my all time favorites!! And second, your home looks so beautiful for Christmas! So worth it! You have added just the right amount of Christmas without it taking over. Now will you come photograph my house and blog about it while you're at it... ;) xx Tessa